Do you remember a time when you did a good deed for someone and to see their face light up when you said “thank you!”? It may have been something simple for you to do and “no big deal”, yet it meant the world to that person.

The feeling of being acknowledged for something you did will typically lift a person for the day. They get a sense of belonging and acceptance that they have positively contributed to someone else’s happiness or to a community. When someone makes you feel good, it is human nature to want to try harder next time.

​If we take these principles and apply it to business, you will find yourself further ahead. Here are 3 groups of people you can’t forget. They will help you grow your business and make it more productive!

When I was 16, my friend’s mother sat me down one day and I will never forget what she said to me “Nicki, you need to always take care of yourself FIRST before anyone else in the family. If you are not healthy or happy, how can you expect to help others”.

When you are on an airplane, they say to put your oxygen mask on FIRST before trying to help your child. That child may not be able to help you if you are passed out.

These core principles also apply to running your business. How can YOU be at the top of your game when running your business?

Author - Nicki Chang-Powless

Get practical business tips on a variety of topics to improve your business success rate! After 23 years in the business world, Nicki wants to share her broad business experience to help business owners achieve their goals faster!